Pony Park Nestled between Schwan Lake and 17th Avenue, Pony Park is a hidden gem for nature lovers. A grove of giant live oak trees provides a dense series of pathways that circle the park, some with tree branches the size of tree trunks! These living giants are perfect for kids to climb or as […]
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Pleasure Point: Beautiful quirks and local lore
The Roadhouse This establishment, situated a stone’s throw from the cliffs at 38th Avenue, has a long and exciting story. Constructed in 1902 by an Irishman named Henchy, midway through the effort it was decided to install a saloon on the bottom floor. By the ‘20s, the Roadhouse was somewhere farmers and hunters would go […]
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Pleasure Point: A rapidly changing, surf-obsessed neighborhood with a gritty past
Pleasure Point’s beat-up beach cottages are being torn down to erect multistory, multimillion-dollar homes. For lifelong Point denizens like the author, the changing face of an iconic neighborhood — one of California’s last rough-edged coastal zones — hasn’t been without its pros and cons. While the scene has become livelier and friendlier over the years, the cost of living has soared, sending many longtime locals packing.
Posted inAptos, Capitola & Soquel, Eastside / Live Oak / Pleasure Point, Guides, Watsonville / Pajaro, Westside / Downtown
Slurps up!: Lily’s guide to the best hard slushies in Santa Cruz County
Here are a dozen places to celebrate the summer with a cold buzz (beware of the brain freeze!) — and leave 7-Eleven Slurpee machine memories far in the rearview mirror.
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Scotts Valley: Key characters and famous folks
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Scotts Valley: Beautiful quirks and local lore
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
Posted inHousing & Development
Scotts Valley: Iconic landmarks and can’t-miss institutions
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Scotts Valley: Points of local pride
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Scotts Valley: Where to eat and drink
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Scotts Valley, a (really nice) place apart
Our Area Guide feature continues with Laura Albrecht digging into what makes the community of Scotts Valley a desirable spot to put down roots, with top attractions, where to eat, local characters and much more.
